Meet The Team Behind The Moments
At Grace Manor Events, our experienced team is dedicated to creating unforgettable weddings and exceptional event experiences at one of Fort Worth's premier modern luxury wedding venues. From your first venue tour to your final send-off, we're here to guide you through every step with personalized service, attention to detail, and genuine Texas hospitality. Our passion for creating seamless celebrations ensures every couple enjoys a stress-free planning experience and a wedding day they'll cherish forever.
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Get to know the team behind Grace Manor Events and discover the people committed to bringing your wedding vision to life in the heart of the Dallas–Fort Worth area.
Ashley Sladecek
Owner
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Ashley is the owner and visionary for Grace Manor Events. Every thoughtful detail that you see in the venue was from her. She thought of everything! Ashley oversees the operations, answers questions alongside Karen, and does the occasional tour. She is very hands-on and loves hearing every single love story. Don’t be shocked when she cries when you tell her. You will likely get to meet Ashley on your wedding day. Grace Manor Events was her dream and she loves to see her dreams become reality when your dream wedding day becomes a reality.
Karen Ware
Venue Manager
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Karen is the voice on the other end of the phone, emails and texts that you receive. Karen answers your questions and takes you on most tours at Grace Manor Events. When in doubt, Karen has the answer! She is the mother of two beautiful adult daughters that she helped plan stunning weddings for. She understands your stress and can relate to you and the planning process. Ask her anything and everything. She is here to make your search for the perfect venue enjoyable.
Shelley Kelly​
Executive Administrator
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Once you have officially booked Grace Manor Events as your venue, Shelley becomes your main point of contact. She will take you from booked to your wedding day. She handles the small details and helps you stay on track with your planning. Shelley works closely with your wedding coordinator to make sure your day is everything you dreamed it would be. Yes, she is as sweet in person as she is on the phone. You will get to meet Shelley at your final details meeting and quite possibly on an occasional tour.
Stefanie Kloote
Marketing Manager
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Stefanie helps bring the Grace Manor Events brand to life through thoughtful design and creative marketing. From designing graphics and promotional materials to keeping our website updated and looking its best, she works behind the scenes to make sure every detail of our brand reflects the experience we strive to give our couples.
Kelsey Hill
Marketing & Social Media Specialist​
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Kelsey is the creative voice behind Grace Manor Events, bringing the venue to life through social media, creative design, blog posts, photography, videography, and website content. She loves sharing the stories behind each celebration while helping future couples envision their own wedding at Grace Manor. Whether she's behind the camera or creating content, Kelsey is passionate about showcasing everything that makes Grace Manor Events a beautiful place to say "I do."